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Municipal space and a lost opportunity

Such a pity, this public open space could be so much more better. It could be improved with the introduction of flower beds, shelters, public sculpture, a water feature, a small refreshment kiosk. Instead, it is just a boring open area of poor grass and hard-surfaced pathways.

Dover Town Council, please apply for a grant to turn this key open space into something that residents and visitors can enjoy and relax in. It has such potential and could become a gem for Dover and pride for People.

Date of experience: June 2017

Ask Peacefox about Pencester Gardens

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Pencester Gardens, a short walk from the centre of Dover, should be an Oasis in the centre of the Town. Although it has the redeeming feature of the river running along one side, a good view of Dover Castle and St Mary' Church, it is all spoiled by the debris strewn throughout the gardens, along with rubbish in the river. Often frequented by the local drop-outs. Time the Dover Council took pride in what could be a gem.

Date of experience: April 2017

Ask DeryckWheeler about Pencester Gardens

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Coming from London, Pencester Gardens is relatively small in comparison. However, you can clearly see Dover Castle from the park, there is a bandstand which hosts a few annual events, a childrens well equipped play area and a skate park.

Date of experience: April 2017

Ask Mark B about Pencester Gardens

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Nice river running down one side with added Art Deco mattress and beer cans thrown in for good luck. Yes! I'm serious. Most of this stuff is from homeless drinkers and drug takers. Although a lot of general rubbish from kids and family's. I've seen way worse parks so I gave it an average score. And it is a nice river. A park and you can't even let your dog off its lead ! Yes I'm serious about that too. More aggressive humans than dogs.

Date of experience: April 2017

Ask Dampproofer about Pencester Gardens

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Only a small park in the middle if Dover Town. You can enter from the main bus and coach area, walk through and come out the other end of town. There are 2 play areas on one side, children's playground and a larger kids skate/bike area. The river runs along the other end with a small bandstand and benches

Date of experience: October 2016

Ask PandoraM16 about Pencester Gardens

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